Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant 2 (TA2) F’26 BIOL111L Gen. Biol. I

La Sierra University; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

La Sierra University is seeking a Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant (TA2) to support in-person and virtual lab sessions. The TA2 will help prepare materials, assist during labs, and may grade quizzes and handle related clerical duties under supervision.

Applicants must have completed BIOL111/L with a grade of B or higher within the last four years and be currently enrolled as a La Sierra University student in Fall 2026. Expected work begins by September 21 at the latest.

Qualifications

• Must have taken BIOL111/L within last 4 years and passed with a grade of 'B' or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist the instructor and Laboratory Coordinator with preparation and operation of laboratory classes (in-person or virtual).
• Provide instruction during the laboratory sessions.
• Assist with grading of laboratory assignments/quizzes and related clerical tasks.

Education

BIOL111/L course completed (within last 4 years)

Job description

Position Summary

The Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant (TA2) assists the instructor & Laboratory Coordinator with preparation & operation of laboratory classes whether in-person or virtual. The TA2 provides instruction during the laboratory. The TA2 may be called upon to assist with grading of laboratory assignments/quizzes and other clerical work related to the laboratory class experience. TA2 applicants must have taken and passed the course they would TA for with a grade "B" or higher.

The Laboratory Coordinator is the direct supervisor, and in consultation with the course instructor makes the final hire decision.

The TA2 must be able to work a laboratory section for the full time the class lab runs, plus allow time for preparations, meetings with the instructor or Laboratory Coordinator, grading and other operational activities related to the running of the lab & lecture.

• Must be a La Sierra University student currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 quarter
• Should be able to start work on or before required start date September 21
• Must have taken BIOL111/L within last 4 years and passed with a grade of "B" or higher or been previous TA2 for this course in last 4 years

Further details about this position may be requested from [e-mail].

Wage Range: $16.90 - $16.50/hr